Local Partners
Lean on Me: Support at The Brainerd Center
Support is providing help, encouragement, or resources that make someone or something stronger, safer, or more able to succeed. Here are some common ways it shows up: Emotional support: Offering care, listening, encouragement, or comfort — like being there for a friend during a hard time. Practical support: Helping in tangible ways — giving rides,…
Read MoreStill We Sing: A Memory Choir for People Living with Dementia
Guest post from Kennedy Niska, Executive Director of the Legacy Chorale of Greater Minnesota For many living with dementia or Alzheimer’s, the world can become an increasingly fragmented place. Names slip away, routines feel foreign, and the ability to communicate often fades. However, a growing movement is proving that while the mind may struggle…
Read MoreIntroducing February and March’s Coffee Sponsor: Pinecrest of Country Manor
Set to open in Fall 2026, Pinecrest of Country Manor is an exciting new addition to the Brainerd Lakes Area. Currently under construction at 9040 Country Manor Way in Brainerd, Minnesota, Pinecrest is thoughtfully designed to bring upscale senior living, vibrant community life, and trusted care together in one beautiful setting. Pinecrest is the newest…
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